{"product_id":"99-04-ford-f-150-5-4l-exhaust-header-gasket","title":"99-04 Ford F-150 5.4L Exhaust Header Gasket","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"product-title\"\u003e99-04 Ford F-150 5.4L Exhaust Header Gasket\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lead-text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSealed combustion chamber connection between your header and cylinder head.\u003c\/strong\u003e This gasket prevents exhaust leaks at the critical header flange interface. Designed to handle repeated thermal cycling without degradation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"trust-indicators\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"badge\"\u003e✓ Ships from FL Warehouse\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"badge\"\u003e✓ In-House Quality Check\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"badge\"\u003e✓ Direct-from-Warehouse\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"section-title\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"design-features\"\u003e\u003cul class=\"feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlange-specific geometry\u003c\/strong\u003e - Matched to OEM header dimensions for zero-gap sealing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThermal stability\u003c\/strong\u003e - Withstands exhaust manifold temperatures without deformation or blowout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrop-in replacement\u003c\/strong\u003e - Installs at factory mounting points without modification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"section-title\"\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHard panel construction gasket assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for 5.4L engine configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"section-title\"\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eExhaust header gasket only\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-faq\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"section-title\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need hardware to install this?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe gasket itself has no fasteners. You'll be reusing your existing header bolts and studs—just unbolt the header, swap the old gasket for this one, and torque back down to spec per your service manual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould I prep or clean the mounting surfaces before installation?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Scrape away any old gasket material and carbon buildup from both the header flange and cylinder head surface with a gasket scraper or wire brush. A clean, flat surface ensures a proper seal and prevents leaks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill this stop an exhaust leak at the header?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your leak is at the header-to-head interface, this gasket will seal it—provided the header and head surfaces are flat and clean. If the leak is elsewhere (manifold cracks, loose bolts elsewhere in the system), you'll need to address that separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"K2 Industries","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48609966915767,"sku":"K2-4534-FORD-006-TSARK","price":89.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/milkymotorsports.com\/products\/99-04-ford-f-150-5-4l-exhaust-header-gasket","provider":"Milky Motorsports","version":"1.0","type":"link"}